Agriculture

Investments in rural connectivity, digital skills, and financing mechanisms are needed to speed adoption.

With increasing stress on oceans, embracing this sustainable economic model is becoming more urgent.

A project supported by the BIMP-EAGA and Republic of Korea Cooperation Fund adapts farming practices to overcome soil and climate challenges.

The Mindanao Development Authority is helping explore ways to deploy renewable energy in salt production in the province.

Indonesia aims to be self-sufficient in table salt starting this year and industrial salt by 2027. The Philippines is giving itself 5 years.

The region plans to develop its cattle industry in line with BIMP-EAGA's vision to become a food basket for ASEAN and the rest of Asia.

Deadline for grant proposals is on 14 March 2025.

Leaders adopt action plan detailing strategies aimed at optimizing existing approaches and exploring innovative initiatives promoting sustainable agriculture.

Ministers also tout growth in tourism, trade, investment, and project rollout.